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Cost of living in Hempstead County, AR

Estimated monthly cost
$2,544/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 19,778 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $680 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $428 17%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $303 12%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $86 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Hempstead County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$650
per month
1 bedroom
$680
per month
2 bedroom
$892
per month
3 bedroom
$1,176
per month
4 bedroom
$1,457
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hempstead County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$47,654
per year
Individual earnings
$36,245
per year
Per capita
$26,620
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hempstead County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$100,200
Annual property tax
$503

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hempstead County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$148
per month · 13.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$44
per month
Annual total
$2,304
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Hempstead County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.1%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Hempstead County

State and local tax rates for Arkansas.

State income tax
3.9%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.5%
Combined sales tax
9.5%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Hempstead County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.5 min
Drive alone
85.6%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
2.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hempstead County

What it costs to live in Hempstead County each month.

Single person
$2,544
per month
  • Rent $680
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $303
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $428
  • State tax $86
Couple
$3,554
per month
  • Rent $892
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $502
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $458
  • State tax $123
Family
$5,952
per month
  • Rent $1,176
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $762
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $458
  • State tax $123

Frequently asked questions about Hempstead County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hempstead County?

In Hempstead County, AR, a one-bedroom apartment averages $680 per month, a two-bedroom averages $892 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,176 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hempstead County?

In Hempstead County, AR, the average household income is $47,654 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,245 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hempstead County?

The estimated cost of living in Hempstead County, AR is approximately $2,544 per month for a single person, $3,554 for a couple, $5,952 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hempstead County?

The combined sales tax rate in Hempstead County, AR is 9.47%, which includes the Arkansas state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 2.97%.

Is Hempstead County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hempstead County, AR would need approximately $2,544 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $47,654 per year ($3,971 per month). Hempstead County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Hempstead County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hempstead County, AR is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hempstead County?

The average home value in Hempstead County, AR is $100,200, with average annual property taxes of $503, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hempstead County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources